Ultimate Cheerleaders

Arizona Cardinals Cheerleaders Auditions Begin Saturday, April 12th

Dates and Information

Preliminary Auditions: April 12,2014
Semi-Finals: April 13, 2014
Finals: April 14-16, 2014

Please read through the packet thoroughly and email questions to the Coach: Erin La Grassa at Cheerinfo@cardinals.nfl.net

General Information

  • Auditions (Saturday and Sunday) will take place at the Arizona Biltmore Resort
    • Address: 2400 E Missouri Ave. Phoenix, AZ 85016
    • Please report to the McArthur Ballroom (see parking map)
    • Registration begins on Saturday at noon.Finals (April 14th-16th) will take place at the Cardinals Training Facility at 8701 S. Hardy Drive in Tempe from 6:30 – 8:00pm
  • The auditions are CLOSED to the public – this means your family & friends
  • ALL JUDGES DECISIONS ARE FINAL
  • What to Wear
    • Crop/half top
    • Shorts
    • Wear your hair and make – up in a fashion that compliments your features
    • Dance shoes or sneakers (please no platforms or heels)
    • It is recommended to wear an outfit that makes you stand out.
    • Audition attire will be available for purchase at all clinics

Registration Information (12:00 on Saturday):

  • Pre-Registered applicants (those who have turned in the application prior to March 30th) will receive the choice of contestant numbers.
  • Applicant’s not pre-registered need to bring a completed application packet to registration on the day of auditions. It is recommended that walk-ups arrive promptly at noon to ensure sufficient time to register.
    • Include cash or money order for the registration fee ($25.00) payable to the Arizona Cardinals. Checks will not be accepted.
    • Include a non returnable recent photo with application (minimum size 5×7)
  • Applicants must be 18 years of age as of May 1, 2014. All applicants must bring a valid government issued photo ID with them to the audition. Applicants who are not of age will need the waiver signed by a parent or guardian.

 

Commitment Information

Members of the 2014 Cheerleading team must meet the following requirements:

  • All applicants
    • Must have a full time job or be a full time student
    • Must be available for practices at the Cardinals training facility on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays (6:30 – 9:00 p.m.).
    • Must be available to attend outside workouts 2 – 3 times a week
    • Must have a reliable source of transportation to all practices and events
    • Must be at least 18 years of age by May 1,2014
  • Members of the 2014 cheerleading squad will be required to make a year long commitment and sign a contract committing time through to May 2015
  • All 2014 members must be available for the following mandatory events
    • Draft day practice – April 30th, May 1st, and May 7th (6:30 – 9:30pm)
    • Draft Day Performance – May 8, 9 or 10th – Time TBD
    • Mini Camp – May 16 – 18, 2014
    • Photo Shoot – May 31st all day and June 1st – All day (tentative)
    • Saturday Practice – June 7th, July 12th, August 2nd
    • Optional: All-PRO dance camp – June 28 – June 29th

** Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday practices will begin after mini camp

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About the Author

David Tyau, National Correspondent